Fisher County, Texas
4 ZIP codes · Avg score 74/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Fisher County's 4 tracked ZIP codes, safety indicators remain above the national average with few health-based violations on record.
How Fisher County Compares
How Fisher County Compares
Fisher County scores 8 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 6 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14 (asthma 9.7%, diabetes 14.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,328, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.468% avg pipe failure probability, 75% of ZIPs at high risk
89% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Fisher County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 18 violations. Past 5 years: 33 total (33 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,328
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
1,737 housing units in Fisher County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Fisher County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Fisher County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Fisher County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bitter Creek Water Supply Corporation South | 2,973 | 84 |
| 2 | Sylvester Mccaulley Water Supply Corporation | 717 | 84 |
| 3 | City of Rotan | 1,983 | 78 |
| 4 | D P & R Water Supply Corporation | 699 | 78 |
| 5 | City of Roby | 1,147 | 6 |
6 total water systems serve Fisher County.
All ZIP Codes in Fisher County
4 ZIP codes tracked in Fisher County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79543 | Roby | 86 | A | 6 (1 health) | $73K |
| 2 | 79534 | Mc Caulley | 73 | B | 0 | $217K |
| 3 | 79546 | Rotan | 70 | B | 78 (16 health) | $68K |
| 4 | 79560 | Sylvester | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Fisher County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 89% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Overview
Fisher County in Texas covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (74/100).
2 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 17 health-based violations have been documented.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.